A late talker is typically a toddler who speaks fewer than 20 words by age two.
Consult a pediatrician if your child isn't speaking by age two or shows no progress in verbal skills.
Encourage communication through reading, playing, and talking to your child regularly.
Not always. Some late talkers catch up without intervention, but monitoring progress is important.
Yes, speech therapy can provide targeted strategies to improve communication skills in late talkers.
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Late Talkers: When to Worry About Delayed Speech